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Software Development Engineer (SDE) – Frontend

Steps AI

2 - 5 years

Hyderabad

Posted: 09/03/2026

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Job Description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality applications. They will also be responsible for designing and implementing testable and scalable code.

About the Job

Only Apply if you have Experience: 1 years in production-grade frontend development with strong expertise in building and shipping scalable React/Next.js applications


Who We Are

We are a fast-growing product startup building intelligent, AI-powered software for modern businesses. Our focus is on crafting seamless, high-performance user experiences powered by scalable backend systems and data-driven intelligence.

As we scale, we are looking for aFrontend-focused Software Development Engineer (SDE)who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can take end-to-end ownership of the frontend architecture and user experience.


What You'll Do


Core Frontend Development

  • Build production-grade applications usingNext.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS
  • Architect scalable, reusable component libraries and design systems
  • Implement modern UI patterns using hooks, context, and advanced state management
  • Optimize performance using code-splitting, lazy loading, caching, and SSR/ISR strategies
  • Ensure pixel-perfect, responsive UI across devices and browsers


UI/UX Engineering Excellence

  • Translate product requirements and Figma designs into robust frontend implementations
  • Implement accessible, SEO-friendly, and high-performance web interfaces
  • Build complex dashboards, data visualizations, and interactive workflows
  • Integrate real-time features using WebSockets, streaming APIs, or event-driven updates


Frontend Architecture & Scalability

  • Design scalable frontend folder structures and modular architecture
  • Implement state management using Redux Toolkit, Zustand, or equivalent modern solutions
  • Integrate with backend services built in NestJS through REST or GraphQL APIs
  • Ensure robust error handling, observability, and performance monitoring
  • Drive frontend testing strategy using Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress/Playwright


Engineering & Collaboration

  • Conduct structured code reviews and enforce high-quality coding standards
  • Collaborate closely with backend engineers (NestJS), product managers, and designers
  • Contribute to CI/CD workflows and deployment pipelines
  • Take ownership of features from concept to production release
  • Mentor junior engineers and uphold engineering best practices


Must Have Qualifications


Core Frontend Expertise

  • 1 years of production experience building scalable web applications
  • Strong command overNext.js, React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
  • Deep understanding of rendering strategies (SSR, SSG, ISR, CSR)
  • Advanced Tailwind CSS knowledge and experience building custom design systems
  • Experience with frontend performance optimization and Lighthouse best practices


API & Integration

  • Experience integrating frontend applications with Node.js and Python backends
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs and/or GraphQL
  • Familiarity with authentication systems (JWT, OAuth, session-based auth)
  • Experience handling large datasets and paginated APIs


Frontend Ecosystem Knowledge

  • State management (Redux Toolkit, Zustand, React Query, TanStack Query)
  • Form management (React Hook Form, Zod/Yup validation)
  • Data fetching and caching strategies
  • Experience with component-driven development and Storybook


DevOps & Quality

  • Experience with Docker-based local development workflows
  • CI/CD familiarity (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.)
  • Strong Git workflows and collaborative branching strategies
  • Testing mindset with unit, integration, and E2E test coverage


Engineering Mindset

  • Clean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles
  • Strong debugging and performance profiling skills
  • Ownership-driven, product-first thinking
  • Ability to work independently in an in-office startup environment


Critical Requirements - High Weightage


Portfolio & Live Projects

  • Active GitHub profile showcasing real production frontend applications
  • Live deployed projects built using Next.js and TypeScript
  • Demonstrated ability to build complex dashboards, SaaS products, or AI-integrated UIs
  • Clean code structure, thoughtful architecture, and documentation


Technical Assessment


We will evaluate your:

  • Frontend architecture design and scalability decisions
  • Code quality and maintainability
  • Performance optimization strategy
  • Ability to convert product requirements into production-ready UI
  • End-to-end ownership during feature implementation


Nice to Have

  • Experience building AI-powered or data-heavy interfaces
  • Knowledge of WebSockets, streaming UIs, and real-time collaboration features
  • Experience with design systems and internal UI libraries
  • Exposure to animation libraries (Framer Motion, GSAP)
  • Contributions to open-source React/Next.js projects
  • Experience working in early-stage startups


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with strong growth trajectory
  • High-impact role with direct influence on product direction
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-driven products
  • Fast execution cycles and strong ownership culture
  • Learning budget for courses and certifications
  • Collaborative in-office engineering culture in Hyderabad


If you are passionate about building scalable, beautiful, and high-performance frontend systems and want to shape the product experience of a growing startup we would love to hear from you.

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